Earn Extra Credit. Preserve History.
VSU Archives offers structured extra credit projects for students who want to strengthen their course grade while contributing to real research work.
Your work supports access to South Georgia history and university records used by researchers, faculty, and the public.
How It Works
- Complete approximately 10 hours of supervised archival work
- Receive documented verification of hours completed
- Contribute to searchable historical databases
- Gain hands-on experience with primary sources
All work takes place in VSU Archives (Odum Library, 4th Floor) during open hours.
Available Projects
Choose a project below to get started:
| Project | Description | Time Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| 🔗 Valdosta Daily Times (VDT) | Index obituaries, death notices, and announcements from the local newspaper (1868–present) | 15-30 min per issue |
| 📚 Campus Newspaper Index | Index historic VSU student publications (1930s–1970s). Record article titles, authors, dates, and subjects | 30-45 min per issue |
| 🏛️ Equal Rights Newsletter Index | Support research into regional Civil Rights history. Identify key people, events, and themes (1924–1954) | 30-60 min per issue |
First Time? Start Here
📖 Read the General Indexing Tips page before starting any project. It covers the basics that apply to all indexing work.
Archives Guidelines
- Sign in upon arrival
- Use pencils only
- Handle materials carefully
- Materials do not circulate
- Copying/scanning requires staff approval
Location & Contact
VSU Archives & Special Collections Odum Library - 4th Floor
Phone: 229-333-7150 Email: archives@valdosta.edu
Register: archives.valdosta.edu/indexes/portal/register/
Ready to Participate?
Email us or register online to reserve your spot. Complete your hours. Improve your grade. Contribute to history.